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Dawson City Workshops
AURORA Workshops is partnering with the Yukon Government Organizational Development Branch (ODB) to offer the following workshops open to the public in Dawson City on October 17, 2018. Cost of training is free. To register email aurora@ldayukon.com or call 867-668-5167.
Productivity Plus
October 17, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Dawson City (location TBA)
This morning session combines two of AURORA Workshops’ popular mini workshops: Communication Styles for Collaboration and Harness Your Productivity. Together, these hands-on experiential workshops enhance your work relationships by giving you specific tools to collaborate more effectively. Discover four different ways of presenting ideas and learn how to combine them to get your message across. Learn why being tired at work can enhance your productivity. AURORA Workshops are based on the latest brain science. Learn strategies to communicate clearly, be a better coach, boost focus and concentration, and identify the best times for different kinds of collaboration.
Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving with Brain Aerobics
October 17, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dawson City (location TBA)
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if your co-workers are all trying to make the coffee, but taking conflicting approaches? Could you harmonize their efforts to get the job done better?
In the first half of this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The simple guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. In the second half, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle. This mini workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving in your workplace. The session provides concrete strategies based on the latest brain science, with tips and tools that you can apply immediately in your workplace.
AURORA Workshops is partnering with the Yukon Government Organizational Development Branch (ODB) to offer the following workshops open to the public in Dawson City on October 17, 2018. Cost of training is free. To register email aurora@ldayukon.com or call 867-668-5167.
Productivity Plus
October 17, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Dawson City (location TBA)
This morning session combines two of AURORA Workshops’ popular mini workshops: Communication Styles for Collaboration and Harness Your Productivity. Together, these hands-on experiential workshops enhance your work relationships by giving you specific tools to collaborate more effectively. Discover four different ways of presenting ideas and learn how to combine them to get your message across. Learn why being tired at work can enhance your productivity. AURORA Workshops are based on the latest brain science. Learn strategies to communicate clearly, be a better coach, boost focus and concentration, and identify the best times for different kinds of collaboration.
Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving with Brain Aerobics
October 17, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dawson City (location TBA)
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if your co-workers are all trying to make the coffee, but taking conflicting approaches? Could you harmonize their efforts to get the job done better?
In the first half of this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The simple guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. In the second half, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle. This mini workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving in your workplace. The session provides concrete strategies based on the latest brain science, with tips and tools that you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Whitehorse Active Living "Brain Fitness" Series!
If you missed the March offerings of our popular mini-workshops, why not sign up through Active Living's "Brain Fitness" series? We are offering all four workshops on four evenings in April. Daytime offerings of these workshops are for seniors. Workshop are $10 each.
Register here.
Communication Styles for Collaboration
Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Boardroom
~and~
Tuesday, May 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Brain fitness starts with understanding how the brain learns. Each brain is unique and perceives messages differently. This experiential workshop builds learning, training, and presenting skills. Discover four different ways of presenting ideas and learn how to combine them to get your message across. Get specific tools and strategies to improve understanding, defuse conflict, communicate clearly, and be more persuasive.
Harness Your Productivity
Thursday, April 5, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Boardroom
~and~
Thursday, May 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Feeling tired? Good news! That is the best time for creative problem solving. Surprised? In the second workshop of the Brain Fitness series, uncover the brain science behind productivity and learn how to master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done. Discover simple ways to improve productivity and concentration throughout the day. Before the workshop is over, create a plan to apply your new skills right away and better manage your day.
Boost Your Creative Thinking Skills
Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Mt. McIntyre, Grey Mountain Room
~and~
Tuesday, May 15, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Have you ever thought of problem-solving as creative exercise for your brain? Your brain loves to be creative, and we’ll show you how you can exercise that ability. In this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session provides concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your life.
Brain Aerobics
Thursday, April 12, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Meeting Room
~and~
Thursday, May 17, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
In the final Brain Fitness workshop, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle, giving your brain a refreshing workout. This workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving.
If you missed the March offerings of our popular mini-workshops, why not sign up through Active Living's "Brain Fitness" series? We are offering all four workshops on four evenings in April. Daytime offerings of these workshops are for seniors. Workshop are $10 each.
Register here.
Communication Styles for Collaboration
Tuesday, April 3, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Boardroom
~and~
Tuesday, May 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Brain fitness starts with understanding how the brain learns. Each brain is unique and perceives messages differently. This experiential workshop builds learning, training, and presenting skills. Discover four different ways of presenting ideas and learn how to combine them to get your message across. Get specific tools and strategies to improve understanding, defuse conflict, communicate clearly, and be more persuasive.
Harness Your Productivity
Thursday, April 5, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Boardroom
~and~
Thursday, May 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Feeling tired? Good news! That is the best time for creative problem solving. Surprised? In the second workshop of the Brain Fitness series, uncover the brain science behind productivity and learn how to master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done. Discover simple ways to improve productivity and concentration throughout the day. Before the workshop is over, create a plan to apply your new skills right away and better manage your day.
Boost Your Creative Thinking Skills
Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Mt. McIntyre, Grey Mountain Room
~and~
Tuesday, May 15, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
Have you ever thought of problem-solving as creative exercise for your brain? Your brain loves to be creative, and we’ll show you how you can exercise that ability. In this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session provides concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your life.
Brain Aerobics
Thursday, April 12, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CGC Meeting Room
~and~
Thursday, May 17, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm (for seniors)
CGC Boardroom
In the final Brain Fitness workshop, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle, giving your brain a refreshing workout. This workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving.
Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving
(hosted by the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce)
April 11, 8:30-10:00 AM (catered breakfast included)
Westmark Whitehorse - Meeting Room 4
Cost: Free for Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce members
Non-members contact aurora@ldayukon.com for details.
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if everyone takes conflicting approaches to solve the same problem? What if you could harmonize your efforts to get the job done better?
In this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session provides concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
(hosted by the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce)
April 11, 8:30-10:00 AM (catered breakfast included)
Westmark Whitehorse - Meeting Room 4
Cost: Free for Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce members
Non-members contact aurora@ldayukon.com for details.
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if everyone takes conflicting approaches to solve the same problem? What if you could harmonize your efforts to get the job done better?
In this experiential session, identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The guided activities spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session provides concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Creative and Collaborative Workplaces
Oct 12 | 9-12pm | Carpenter’s Union
Enhance creativity and collaboration in your Workplace. Join CPHR and us for an activity-packed morning in "Creative and Collaborative Workplaces." This half-day event combines three of AURORA’s popular mini-workshops:
These workshops are based on the latest brain science on creativity and learning. Discover how communication style preferences impact relationships, how to improve understanding and be more persuasive. Identify problem-solving styles, learn how to boost creative thinking, and see how you can enhance collaboration on your team. You'll get concrete tips and tools that you can apply immediately in your workplace. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to enhance creativity and collaboration in your workplace. This workshop introduces tools for building a culture of creativity.
You must pre-register for this event.
Who Should Attend: All Human Resources practitioners, business & people leaders and professionals interested in learning more about creativity and collaboration in the workplace.
Oct 12 | 9-12pm | Carpenter’s Union
Enhance creativity and collaboration in your Workplace. Join CPHR and us for an activity-packed morning in "Creative and Collaborative Workplaces." This half-day event combines three of AURORA’s popular mini-workshops:
- Communication Styles for Collaboration
- Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving
- Brain Aerobics for Creativity
These workshops are based on the latest brain science on creativity and learning. Discover how communication style preferences impact relationships, how to improve understanding and be more persuasive. Identify problem-solving styles, learn how to boost creative thinking, and see how you can enhance collaboration on your team. You'll get concrete tips and tools that you can apply immediately in your workplace. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how to enhance creativity and collaboration in your workplace. This workshop introduces tools for building a culture of creativity.
You must pre-register for this event.
Who Should Attend: All Human Resources practitioners, business & people leaders and professionals interested in learning more about creativity and collaboration in the workplace.
OPEN WORKSHOPS: The Creative Thinking Series
Mark your calendars now for these upcoming lunch and learn sessions.
LOCATION: Carpenter's Union (106 Strickland St)
TIME: Noon to 1:00 pm
COST: $25, lunch included
TICKETS: Please register on our Eventbrite page.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving (May 10)
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if your co-workers are all trying to make the coffee, but taking conflicting approaches? What if you could harmonize your efforts to get the job done better?
In this experiential session, you will identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The simple guided activities will spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session will give you concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Brain Aerobics for Creativity (May 17)
You are creative (even if you don’t believe it). How can you boost your creative problem-solving skills?
In this workshop, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle. This mini workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving in your workplace.
Bursaries are available. Contact Emma at: aurora@ldayukon.com
Mark your calendars now for these upcoming lunch and learn sessions.
- MAY 10, 2017: BOOST YOUR CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING
- MAY 17, 2017: BRAIN AEROBICS FOR CREATIVITY
LOCATION: Carpenter's Union (106 Strickland St)
TIME: Noon to 1:00 pm
COST: $25, lunch included
TICKETS: Please register on our Eventbrite page.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Boost Your Creative Problem-Solving (May 10)
There are many ways to brew the office coffee. What if your co-workers are all trying to make the coffee, but taking conflicting approaches? What if you could harmonize your efforts to get the job done better?
In this experiential session, you will identify different problem-solving styles and learn how to capitalize on them. The simple guided activities will spark creative problem-solving skills, boost collaboration, and get your creative juices flowing. The session will give you concrete tips and tools you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Brain Aerobics for Creativity (May 17)
You are creative (even if you don’t believe it). How can you boost your creative problem-solving skills?
In this workshop, learn about the four brain functions that are essential to creative idea generation. Targeted activities help you build each function and flex your creative brain muscle. This mini workshop will give you tools to spark creative thinking and jump-start problem-solving in your workplace.
Bursaries are available. Contact Emma at: aurora@ldayukon.com
Lunch & Learn Harnessing Your Productivity
February 9 / 12 -1 pm
Location: Alpine Bakery
Cost: $25 for HRMA Members/ $40 for Non-Members (Includes Lunch)
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
February 9 / 12 -1 pm
Location: Alpine Bakery
Cost: $25 for HRMA Members/ $40 for Non-Members (Includes Lunch)
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
- Uncover the brain science behind productivity
- Learn how you can master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done
- Discover simple ways to improve your productivity and concentration during the work day
- Create a plan for how you can take what you learned and apply it right away to help you manage your day
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Harnessing Your Productivity
Feburary 1 / 9 -10 AM
Dawson City Tr’odëk Hätr’unohtän Zho Campus
Cost: $10 per person
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Feburary 1 / 9 -10 AM
Dawson City Tr’odëk Hätr’unohtän Zho Campus
Cost: $10 per person
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
- Uncover the brain science behind productivity
- Learn how you can master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done
- Discover simple ways to improve your productivity and concentration during the work day
- Create a plan for how you can take what you learned and apply it right away to help you manage your day
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Communication Styles for Collaboration
Feburary 1 / 10:30-11:30 AM
Dawson City Tr’odëk Hätr’unohtän Zho Campus
Cost: $10 per person
Clear and effective communication is crucial for organizational innovation, productivity and engagement. In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about four different communication styles for ensuring messages and knowledge transfer reach your co-workers. There will also be a focus on tools and strategies to make your communication and collaboration more effective.
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Feburary 1 / 10:30-11:30 AM
Dawson City Tr’odëk Hätr’unohtän Zho Campus
Cost: $10 per person
Clear and effective communication is crucial for organizational innovation, productivity and engagement. In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about four different communication styles for ensuring messages and knowledge transfer reach your co-workers. There will also be a focus on tools and strategies to make your communication and collaboration more effective.
Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Harnessing Your Productivity
Dec 8 / 1-2 PM / $10 (Bursaries available.)
Yukon Association of Community Living (YACL)
Suite 7, 4230 4th Ave. Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1K1
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
Only 5 spots available. Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Dec 8 / 1-2 PM / $10 (Bursaries available.)
Yukon Association of Community Living (YACL)
Suite 7, 4230 4th Ave. Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1K1
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
- Uncover the brain science behind productivity
- Learn how you can master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done
- Discover simple ways to improve your productivity and concentration during the work day
- Create a plan for how you can take what you learned and apply it right away to help you manage your day
Only 5 spots available. Book early to save your spot: aurora@ldayukon.com
Communication Styles for Collaboration
A workshop for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Presented in partnership with (co)space.
October 26 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for cospace members)
202C Strickland Street
Clear and effective communication is crucial for marketing new and existing services to clients. In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about four different communication styles for ensuring your messages reach clients and they remember your services. There will also be a focus on tools and strategies to make your communication with clients more effective.
Learn more and register.
A workshop for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Presented in partnership with (co)space.
October 26 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for cospace members)
202C Strickland Street
Clear and effective communication is crucial for marketing new and existing services to clients. In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about four different communication styles for ensuring your messages reach clients and they remember your services. There will also be a focus on tools and strategies to make your communication with clients more effective.
Learn more and register.
Styles of Creativity and Collaboration (for women only)
Part of our Women's Professional Development Series in partnership with Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre.
May 31 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch. Bursaries available.)
Whitehorse Public Library, Meeting Room
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
This workshop is for anyone who identifies as a woman.
Learn more and register
Part of our Women's Professional Development Series in partnership with Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre.
May 31 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch. Bursaries available.)
Whitehorse Public Library, Meeting Room
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
This workshop is for anyone who identifies as a woman.
Learn more and register
Styles of Creativity and Collaboration
A workshop for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Presented in partnership with (co)space.
May 18 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for cospace members)
202C Strickland Street
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register
A workshop for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Presented in partnership with (co)space.
May 18 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for cospace members)
202C Strickland Street
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register
Styles of Creativity and Collaboration
A workshop for people who work at non-profits and NGOs.
May 11 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch)
202 Strickland Street, 3rd Floor Classroom
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register (registration closed May 9, 12PM)
A workshop for people who work at non-profits and NGOs.
May 11 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch)
202 Strickland Street, 3rd Floor Classroom
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register (registration closed May 9, 12PM)
Harnessing Your Productivity and Time Management (for women only)
Part of our Women's Professional Development Series in partnership with Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre.
May 10 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch. Bursaries available.)
Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, Classroom A
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
This workshop is for anyone who identifies as a woman. Only 15 spots available. Book early to save your spot.
Learn more and register (registration closed May 7, 12PM)
Part of our Women's Professional Development Series in partnership with Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre.
May 10 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch. Bursaries available.)
Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, Classroom A
In our one hour experiential workshop you will:
- Uncover the brain science behind productivity
- Learn how you can master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done
- Discover simple ways to improve your productivity and concentration during the work day
- Create a plan for how you can take what you learned and apply it right away to help you manage your day
This workshop is for anyone who identifies as a woman. Only 15 spots available. Book early to save your spot.
Learn more and register (registration closed May 7, 12PM)
Styles of Creativity and Collaboration
A workshop for Creative Professionals. Presented in partnership with Creative Lab.
April 27 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for Creative Lab members)
204D Strickland Street
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register (registration closed April 26, 12PM)
A workshop for Creative Professionals. Presented in partnership with Creative Lab.
April 27 / 12-1PM / $5 (free for Creative Lab members)
204D Strickland Street
In this hands-on, experiential mini-workshop, participants will learn about personal cognitive styles for approaching innovation and problem solving and how these influence workgroup relationships and communication.
Learn more and register (registration closed April 26, 12PM)
Harnessing Your Productivity and Time Management
A workshop for people who work at non-profits and NGOs.
April 13 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch)
202 Strickland Street, 3rd Floor
In our one hour experiential workshop created for non-profits and those that work at them, you will:
Learn more and register (registration closed April 12, 12PM)
A workshop for people who work at non-profits and NGOs.
April 13 / 12-1PM / $15 (includes lunch)
202 Strickland Street, 3rd Floor
In our one hour experiential workshop created for non-profits and those that work at them, you will:
- Uncover the brain science behind productivity
- Learn how you can master your body’s natural rhythms to get more done
- Discover simple ways to improve your productivity and concentration during the work day
- Create a plan for how you can take what you learned and apply it right away to help you manage your day
Learn more and register (registration closed April 12, 12PM)